Bowling Clubs Near Me
Bowling clubs are one of Australia's great community institutions - and if you haven't visited one lately, they're worth a second look. Most offer a relaxed bar and bistro, regular social events, and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere that's hard to find elsewhere. Many clubs run weekly pennant competitions alongside social bowls sessions open to complete beginners, so you don't need to know the game to walk in.
Green fees are typically low, club membership even lower, and the bistro meals at most bowling clubs represent some of the best value pub-style dining in the country. Whether you're after a cold drink on the green, a counter meal, or a fun afternoon out with friends, your local bowls club is worth a visit.
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Top Rated Bowling Clubs in New South Wales
NSW has one of the densest networks of bowling clubs in the country, from suburban Sydney clubs to community staples in small regional towns. Many double as the social hub of their town, running raffles, trivia nights and bistro meals alongside their bowling programs.
Bellambi Bowling Club
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Bellambi Bowling Club
182-188 Rothery St, Bellambi NSW 2518, Australia
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Gymea Miranda Bowling & Sports Club
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Gymea Miranda Bowling & Sports Club
691 Kingsway, Gymea NSW 2227, Australia
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Cabarita Beach Bowls And Sports Club
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Opens tomorrow at 11:00AM
Cabarita Beach Bowls And Sports Club
Cabarita Road, Cabarita Beach NSW 2488, Australia
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Tenterfield Bowling Club & Motor Inn
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Opens tomorrow at 10:00AM
Tenterfield Bowling Club & Motor Inn
77 Molesworth St, Tenterfield NSW 2372, Australia
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North Beach Recreation & Bowling Club
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Opens tomorrow at 10:30AM
North Beach Recreation & Bowling Club
429 River St, Mylestom NSW 2454, Australia
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Carrington Bowling Club
1C Cowper St N, Carrington NSW 2294, Australia
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Top Rated Bowling Clubs in Victoria
Victoria's bowling clubs span inner-city Melbourne venues like Fitzroy and Middle Park through to regional clubs in Warrnambool, Lakes Entrance and the Latrobe Valley. Many Melbourne clubs have seen a surge in popularity in recent years as lawn bowls has attracted a younger crowd alongside its traditional membership base.
Fitzroy Victoria Bowling & Sports Club
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Fitzroy Victoria Bowling & Sports Club
578 Brunswick St, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia
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Whittlesea Bowls Club
101 Church St, Whittlesea VIC 3757, Australia
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Middle Park Bowls Club
Canterbury Rd, Albert Park VIC 3206, Australia
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Warrnambool Bowls Club
75 Timor St, Warrnambool VIC 3280, Australia
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Lakes Entrance Bowls Club
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Lakes Entrance Bowls Club
Cnr. Rowe &, Bulmer St, Lakes Entrance VIC 3909, Australia
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Yarraville-Footscray Bowling Club
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Yarraville-Footscray Bowling Club
339A Francis St, Yarraville VIC 3013, Australia
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Top Rated Bowling Clubs in Queensland
Queensland's warm climate makes lawn bowls a year-round activity, and the state has a thriving club network. Brisbane's inner suburbs - New Farm, Chermside and Wynnum - have well-established clubs, while the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast both have strong bowling communities with clubs that attract a mix of locals and visitors.
Merthyr Bowls Club
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Merthyr Bowls Club
60 Oxlade Dr, New Farm QLD 4005, Australia
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New Farm Bowls Club
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New Farm Bowls Club
969 Brunswick St, New Farm QLD 4005, Australia
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Bribie Island Bowls Club
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Bribie Island Bowls Club
23/11 Welsby Parade, Bongaree QLD 4507, Australia
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Broadbeach Bowls Club
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Broadbeach Bowls Club
169 Surf Parade, Broadbeach QLD 4218, Australia
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Coolangatta Bowls & Recreation Club
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Coolangatta Bowls & Recreation Club
Scott St, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
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West Toowong Bowls Club
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West Toowong Bowls Club
17 Bywong St, Toowong QLD 4066, Australia
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Top Rated Bowling Clubs in Western Australia
Perth has a particularly active bowling club scene, with well-run clubs spread across the northern and southern suburbs. Bayswater, North Perth and Osborne Park are among the most active, while clubs in Mandurah and the outer suburbs offer a more relaxed regional atmosphere.
Bayswater Bowling & Recreation Club
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Opens tomorrow at 1:00PM
Bayswater Bowling & Recreation Club
58 Murray St, Bayswater WA 6053, Australia
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North Perth Bowling Club
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North Perth Bowling Club
10 Farmer St, North Perth WA 6006, Australia
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Osborne Park Bowling Club
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Osborne Park Bowling Club
31 Park St, Tuart Hill WA 6060, Australia
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Gosnells Bowling Club
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Gosnells Bowling Club
2271 Albany Hwy, Gosnells WA 6110, Australia
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Mandurah Bowling & Recreation Club
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Mandurah Bowling & Recreation Club
89 Allnutt St, Mandurah WA 6210, Australia
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Hilton Park Bowling And Recreation Club
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Hilton Park Bowling And Recreation Club
64 Shepherd St, Beaconsfield WA 6162, Australia
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Top Rated Bowling Clubs in South Australia
South Australia's bowling club network is smaller than the eastern states but still active, particularly in Adelaide's northern and southern suburbs. Playford Bowling Club in Elizabeth is one of the best-reviewed in the state.
Playford Bowling Club
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Playford Bowling Club
Goodman Rd, Elizabeth SA 5112, Australia
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Top Rated Bowling Clubs in Tasmania
Tasmania's bowling clubs are often combined with RSL or recreation facilities, making them genuine community hubs. Bicheno Bowls and RSL Club on the state's east coast is one of the most highly rated, with a loyal local following and a welcoming atmosphere for visitors.
Bicheno Bowls And RSL Club
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Bicheno Bowls And RSL Club
13 Sinclair St, Bicheno TAS 7215, Australia
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What to Expect at a Bowling Club
Most bowling clubs are open to the general public - you don't need to be a member to play social bowls or use the bar and bistro. Membership is usually inexpensive and entitles you to reduced green fees, access to pennant competitions, and member-only events.
A typical session of social bowls costs between $5 and $15 including equipment hire. Most clubs have a bar serving cold drinks and a bistro or canteen running counter meals. Many also run a weekly events program - raffles on Fridays, barefoot bowls on summer evenings, and themed social nights throughout the year.
Barefoot bowls in particular has become enormously popular as a social activity for groups, hens and bucks parties, and corporate events. If you're organising a group outing, most clubs can accommodate bookings and some offer packages that include food and drinks.
Bowling Clubs and the Community
Like RSL clubs, most bowling clubs operate as not-for-profit cooperatives, returning surplus revenue to their members and the local community. Many clubs maintain their greens to a high standard with minimal entry fees, keeping the game accessible to everyone regardless of income or experience.
In smaller regional towns, the bowling club often serves as one of the primary social venues for the community - a place where locals gather not just to play bowls but for a meal, a drink, and a catch-up with neighbours. That community role is worth supporting.
Also looking for an RSL or workers club? Visit our RSL clubs near me and workers clubs near me pages.